The phrase 'nowhere to go' generally refers to a situation where one feels stuck, lost, or without direction. Some possible synonyms for this phrase include 'at a dead end', 'trapped', 'cornered', 'hemmed in', 'penned in', 'boxed in', 'without an escape', 'stuck in a rut', 'at a standstill', 'going nowhere fast', 'in a bind', 'helpless', 'hopeless', 'desperate', 'stranded', 'marooned', 'isolated', 'forlorn', and 'uncharted territory'. The exact synonym used depends on the context and the tone of the conversation or writing. Overall, the phrase 'nowhere to go' signifies a lack of options or possibilities, and can evoke feelings of frustration, anxiety, or resignation.